Newbie – my bunny died a few days ago

[Ali]

I have been lurching for days, reading over the stories, until i was ready to share my own.

Gidget died on May 29, suddenly, before we could get help.  he was 8mos old.

We bought him a couple days before my mother died of alzheimers.

we bought him at a pet store. he ruled our house, our yard, and our hearts, but not

long enough. it is so painful. getting another pet right now is not happening.

 thank  you for your stories and sharing your pain.

and i am sorry about everyone who has lost a pet recently.

there  really is no difference in the pain you feel whether you lose a person or a pet…

Ali

 

 

 

[BinkyBunny]

I moved your post so it wouldn’t get lost in Lexie’s.

I am so sorry for your loss. Your story hits me hard as I can really relate.  I recently lost a bunny who I adored!   And my mother is in the mid-stages of alzheimers.  VERY VERY DIFFICULT!!  I am becoming painfully aware of how horrible this disease is.   She still knows who we are right now, but she no longer remembers our birthdays, can’t remember where the dishes go, and the other day she said she couldn’t remember what our (her kids) eye colors were anymore.   I know the future is not going to be pretty – it’s going to be a hard road.   This is a disgusting disease!!! I’m sorry that anyone else had to or has to ever go through this.

Regarding Gidget, it sounds like he was well-loved and had a wonderful life with you.  What a great gift you gave to each other.  

[Lisa_43]

Hugs to all going through a difficult time with pets and humans. God bless you all.

[Lion_Lop_Lover]

I am so very sorry. Please accept my deepest condolences I lost my 13 year companion Sandy (a Sheltie) in February. It’s a horrible thing…

[LittlePuffyTail]

Very sorry about your loss. I know how hard it is to lose such a beloved family member. I also lost a bunny friend when he was only about 8 months old. My deep condolensces to you in this hard time.

[kralspace]

I’m so very sorry about your bunny, it sounds like he lived a loved, if short life. You’re right about losing our furry family members, there is no difference in the pain.

I lit a candle for you and Gidget…

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/message.cfm?l=eng&cid=6091117

[Beka27]

it’s a hard reality. we welcome these animals into our lives and we make them our world. their comfort, happiness, and health is our first priority… but it’s really a race against time. i am so sorry for your loss Ali. be thankful you were able to share in Gidget’s life and you made his short months very happy.

((((((((((((Binky Free Gidget!))))))))))))))

(((((((((((((Hugs for BB!))))))))))))

[babybunsmum]

(((((((((hamiltonali)))))))))  i’m so sorry for your losses.  goodness what a difficult time you’re going through.  i’m glad you shared your story.  this can really help you through tough times.  take care of yourself.

(((((((((bb)))))))))  i’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s illness.  i have not known anyone with alzheimers but my father was terminally ill with lung cancer for just under a year.  it’s terribly difficult to watch some one you love slowly deteriorate.  the one small blessing i personally found in it is to cherish all the good moments which seem extra beautiful & special in contrast to the hard times.  you take care of yourself too.

[wendyzski]

*hug*

[Nicci607]

oh no!! poor little Gidget!!

I’m SOOO sorry, and so sad for you, right now. He left way too soon!!

*huggz*

 

[skunklionshow]

I am so sorry for your loss.  Poor gidget, as well as your mom.  Please continue to take each day one at a time or hour by hour if you need to.  We always learn the most about ourselves by going through pain.  WE are here for you, so if you need anything, let us know…even if you just need to hear us say all over ago we feel for you.

BB & Ali:  Alzheimer’s is a truely awful experience for family members.  If neither have you sought a support group for family members, please do so.  The Alzheimer’s foundations have various links for services available.  I believe there are also online forum style support groups.  Often sharing your feelings/ experiences is an incrediably therapeutic experience.  I’m drawing a blank on the documentary, but it was an adult daughter dealing w/ her mom alzheimers.  She slowly began changing her own views about the disease and instead of mourning the loss of the mom she knew and trying to get her to remember…she accepted each visit as an opportunity to meet someone new.  I believe that she documented these visits in a film format.  I thought it was a very interesting approach. 

Best wishes to everyone.  Unfortunately, grief/loss is never a seldom experienced event.  We have all experienced it to some degree and level.  Rainbow Bridge wishes to Gidget & Bailey!

[MooBunnay]

Hello Hamiltonali – I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know it is a very difficult and painful time, but be comforted by the fact that you gave Gidget a wonderful life that he would not have had otherwise. I am glad to hear that you have enjoyed the stories of the other members here on Binky Bunny and thank you for joining us!

[BinkyBunny]

skunklion – if you remember the name of that film, let me know. I’ll also continue to try and google alzheimers and documentary.

[skunklionshow]

I may be wrong and getting it confused but I think it’s Complainrs of a Dutiful Daughter????

[BinkyBunny]

thanks, I’ll check the title out on google.

[Kokaneeandkahlua]

I’m so sorry to hear that. Welcome here, and may you heal quickly. *HUGS*

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